Class of 2026 - B1

Professional Diploma in Business Administration

The Professional Diploma in Business Administration aims to develop trainees’ knowledge and skills in management, leadership, decision-making, and project management, with a focus on using digital tools and applying modern business practices.

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Credit hours to graduate

60

Overview

The Business Administration Diploma aims to equip trainees with essential and advanced knowledge and skills in management, leadership, decision-making, and project management, with a focus on applying modern methodologies and leveraging digital tools in the business environment. The diploma also develops trainees’ abilities to lead teams, manage change, analyze managerial situations, make effective decisions, and plan and implement projects using modern management practices and approaches.

Graduation class
2026 - B1
Credit hours to graduate
60
Semesters
2
Courses
10

Objectives, outcomes and skills

Objectives

  • Develop the leadership skills required to effectively manage individuals and teams.

  • Understand decision-making dynamics and apply appropriate methods for effective management decisions.

  • Manage organizational change and address challenges associated with change processes.

  • Acquire project management skills from planning through execution, monitoring, and closure.

  • Learn modern project management methodologies and apply them according to project requirements.

  • Utilize digital tools and technologies for project planning, monitoring, and resource management.

  • Enhance problem-solving skills and address administrative challenges in the business environment.

  • Develop the ability to plan, organize, and control business activities and resources.

  • Apply modern management concepts to improve performance and achieve organizational objectives.

  • Align leadership, management, and digital skills with the needs of the labor market and the contemporary business environment.

Learning outcomes

By the end of the program, trainees will be able to:

  • Apply effective leadership skills to manage individuals and teams and achieve organizational objectives.

  • Analyze problems and make management decisions using appropriate methods and approaches.

  • Apply change management techniques to address transformations and challenges in the business environment.

  • Plan, implement, and monitor projects in accordance with modern project management practices and methodologies.

  • Use digital tools and technologies to manage projects and improve performance and resource efficiency.

Skills gained

Leadership and Team Management, Decision-Making, Change Management, Project Planning and Management, Modern Project Management Methodologies, Digital Tools, Problem-Solving, Planning and Organization.

Course contents

Taught in First Semester

This course provides an intensive foundation in English for beginners in the workplace. It covers essential grammar, including verb tenses, question and negative forms, as well as key vocabulary related to the workplace and office environment. The course also develops basic reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills, preparing trainees for further language development at Level Two.

Taught in First Semester

This course provides essential digital skills in accordance with the international IC3 standard. It covers computer and smart device components, operating systems and software, cloud computing, cybersecurity and protection, common features of office applications, the Internet and networks, email, digital communication, social media, and digital citizenship ethics.

Taught in Second Semester

This course builds on the skills acquired in Level 1 to further develop trainees’ English language proficiency. It covers advanced tenses, including the Present Perfect and Present Perfect Continuous, modal verbs, the passive voice, conditional sentences, reported speech, and relative clauses. It also develops advanced vocabulary, reading, and writing skills.

Taught in Second Semester

This course provides advanced training in Microsoft Office applications in accordance with the international MOS standard. It covers creating and formatting documents in Word, Excel fundamentals, formulas, functions, and data analysis, as well as creating professional presentations in PowerPoint and managing email, calendars, and contacts in Outlook.

Taught in First Semester

This course serves as a core component of the Executive Leadership Diploma. It introduces trainees to leadership concepts and approaches while developing essential leadership skills, including vision and mission development, understanding leader-follower relationships, and applying situational leadership. The course also focuses on practical skills in decision-making, risk analysis, problem-solving, team building, and motivating teams to take responsibility, enabling participants to practice effective executive leadership in organizational environments.

Taught in First Semester

This course develops students’ understanding and skills in organizational decision-making dynamics by exploring the processes of defining problems, setting objectives, gathering information, and generating alternatives. It focuses on analyzing consequences, assessing risks, avoiding ineffective decisions, and understanding the causes and common traps behind poor decision-making. The course also emphasizes effective decision communication, implementation, and outcome evaluation through practical applications and real-world case studies to enhance strategic decision-making skills.

Taught in First Semester

This course focuses on developing leaders’ skills in managing and leading organizational change by understanding its nature, causes, and implications. It addresses resistance to change and strategies for overcoming it, emphasizing the leader’s role in creating a shared vision and achieving quick wins to support sustainable organizational change. The course also covers change communication strategies, effective communication, the relationship between leadership and change management, and the role of organizational systems and structures in supporting successful transformation.

Taught in Second Semester

This course introduces students to the concepts, tools, and modern practices of project management. It covers the project life cycle from initiation and planning through execution and closure, with a focus on scope, Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), time management using PERT and CPM, resource, cost, quality, and risk management. The course also addresses team building, communication, earned value analysis, change management, and budget control, concluding with project closure and lessons learned to improve future practices.

Taught in Second Semester

This course explores modern project management methodologies and compares them with traditional approaches. It covers the Waterfall model, its advantages and limitations, and the transition to Agile methodologies, including their philosophy, values, and principles. The course addresses Agile project life cycles, iterative planning, incremental delivery through Sprints, Scrum roles, events, and key artifacts. It also introduces Kanban and its practical applications, hybrid methodologies, and digital tools such as Jira, Trello, and Asana, concluding with a hands-on final project.

Taught in Second Semester

This course trains students to effectively use modern digital tools for project management, including platforms for task and time management, team collaboration, budget tracking, and reporting. It provides practical applications using tools such as MS Project, Jira, Trello, Asana, Monday.com, ClickUp, Teams, Slack, Smartsheet, Power BI, Zapier, and Planview, with a focus on selecting the appropriate tool for each project. The course combines theoretical and practical learning through a hands-on project to develop an integrated project plan using a selected digital tool.

Entry requirements

  • High school graduates

  • Community college graduates

  • University graduates

The semester plan

First Semester

Upcoming

30 credit hours

  • Intensive English 1 6 credit hours
  • IC3 Computer Skills 6 credit hours
  • Leadership 6 credit hours
  • Decision-Making Dynamics 6 credit hours
  • Leadership During Change 6 credit hours

Second Semester

Upcoming

30 credit hours

  • Intensive English 2 6 credit hours
  • MOS Computer Skills 6 credit hours
  • Project Management 6 credit hours
  • Modern Project Management Methodologies 6 credit hours
  • Digital Tools for Project Management 6 credit hours

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